SPS 334.01(15)(a)(a) In accordance with the written specifications and procedures of the manufacturer, the owner's liability insurance carrier, nationally recognized standards, or the written standards of the department; or,

SPS 334.01(15)(b)(b) In the absence of written specifications, procedures or standards, in accordance with the best practices of the skills and trades involved.

SPS 334.02(1)(1)General. The department shall classify amusement rides into one of the 4 classifications as specified in s. SPS 334.03 on the basis of known characteristics of the amusement ride and any modifications made to the ride.

SPS 334.03 NoteNote: Examples of class 2 amusement rides include but are not limited to:
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SPS 334.03(3)(3)Class 3. Class 3 shall consist of those amusement rides which do not meet the requirements for the classes of amusement rides under sub. (1) or (2).

SPS 334.03(4)(4)Modified amusement rides. Amusement rides which have been changed, except for changes made by the manufacturer, shall be classified as modified rides.

SPS 334.03(5)(5)Ride reclassification. An amusement ride initially assigned as a class 3 ride or modified ride shall be reclassified as a class 1 or class 2 ride provided the owner supplies the department with information regarding the maintenance of the ride and one of the following:

SPS 334.03(5)(a)(a) An engineering analysis regarding the structural integrity of the ride.

SPS 334.035(1)(1) Except as provided in sub. (2), no amusement ride owner may operate a ride unless at the time there is in existence a contract of insurance providing coverage of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence against liability for injury to persons for the ride.

SPS 334.035(2)(2) No amusement ride owner shall operate a non-mechanical ride or a coin-operated ride unless at the time there is in existence a contract of insurance for the ride providing coverage of not less than $500,000 per occurrence against liability for injury to persons.

SPS 334.035(3)(a)(a) The insurance contract to be provided under subs. (1) and (2) shall be by an insurer or surety authorized to transact business in the state.

SPS 334.035(3)(b)(b) The amusement ride owner shall be responsible for assuring that the insuring company will notify the department at least 10 days prior to cancellation or change of insurance coverage. The certificate of insurance shall acknowledge this notification responsibility.

SPS 334.035(3)(c)(c) The insurance contract or an attached schedule to satisfy the provisions of subs. (1) and (2) shall identify each amusement ride included in the coverage utilizing the ride serial number where such a number exists.

SPS 334.04(1)(1)General. All class 1 and class 2 amusement rides shall be registered with the department annually. The fees as specified in ch. SPS 302 shall be paid and the amusement rides shall be registered prior to being opened to the public. All registrations, regardless of date of issuance, shall expire on December 31 of each year.

SPS 334.04(2)(a)3.3. Route, including specific sites and dates on which the amusement ride will be operated in the state. If the route is incomplete or modified, the department shall be notified prior to operation on the adjusted route.

SPS 334.04 NoteNote: The Department forms required in this chapter are available for a nominal fee at telephone 800-DOC-SALE or 411 (Telecommunications Relay) or at docsales@doa.state.wi.us, or at no charge at the Department's Web site at http://dsps.wi.gov through links to Division of Industry Services forms.

SPS 334.04(3)(a)(a) Additional registration information shall be provided if requested by the department.

SPS 334.04(3)(b)(b) Maintenance, operating and safety manuals shall be made available to the department by the owner, provided the manuals are available from the manufacturer.

SPS 334.04(3)(c)(c) The results of any required nondestructive testing shall be submitted to the department.

SPS 334.04(4)(4)Class 3 and modified amusement rides. Class 3 and modified amusement rides may not be opened to the public until the ride is reclassified in accordance with s. SPS 334.03 (5) and the ride has been registered with the department.

SPS 334.04(5)(5)Amusement ride registration refusal. Amusement rides shall not be registered by the department for any of the following reasons:

SPS 334.04(5)(a)(a) Unabated written safety-related orders issued by the department;

SPS 334.04(6)(6)Posting of certificate. The registration certificate shall be posted on the amusement ride so that the certificate is visible to the public. The certificate shall not be altered or defaced.

SPS 334.04(7)(a)(a) The department shall review the registration application and grant a registration or issue a denial within 15 business days of receiving the required information and fees.

SPS 334.04(7)(b)(b) If the department requests information or fees in addition to those originally submitted, the 15-day processing time shall commence upon receipt of the requested items.

SPS 334.04(7)(c)(c) The department reserves the right to negotiate an extension of time on registration applications when the applicant is in arrears on payment of fees or compliance with safety orders issued on amusement rides under the ownership or control of the applicant.

SPS 334.05(1)(1)General. Plans and specifications for all custom-built, site-specific amusement rides not used in a portable mode shall be submitted to the department for examination and approval before construction commences.

SPS 334.05(2)(2)Plans and specifications. At least 3 sets of plans, which are clear, legible and permanent copies, and one copy of specifications shall be submitted for examination and approval before commencing construction. The plans and specifications shall contain the following information:

SPS 334.05(2)(a)(a)General. All plans shall contain the name of the owner and the address of the amusement ride. The name and seal of the Wisconsin registered architect, Wisconsin professional engineer or the name of the person who prepared the plans shall appear on the title sheet;

SPS 334.05(2)(b)(b)Plot plan. The plot plan shall indicate the location of the amusement ride with respect to property lines or adjoining streets, alleys, electrical transmission lines or other hazard which may interfere with safe operation, and any other buildings and amusement rides on the same lot or property;

SPS 334.05(2)(c)(c)Floor plans or layouts. Floor plans or layouts shall be provided for each floor of the ride. The size and location of all rooms, doors, windows, structural features, exit passageways, exit lights, and other pertinent information shall be indicated. Schematic exit plans shall be provided for large buildings and amusement rides indicating normal paths of egress;

SPS 334.05(2)(d)(d)Elevations. The elevations shall contain information on the exterior appearance of the amusement ride;

SPS 334.05(2)(e)(e)Sections and details. Section views and detail drawings shall include information to clarify the design; and

SPS 334.05(2)(f)(f)Specifications. The specifications shall be properly identified with the drawings and describe the quality of the materials and the workmanship.

SPS 334.05(3)(3)Data required. All plans submitted for approval shall be accompanied by data and information sufficient for the department to determine if the design of the amusement ride meets the requirements of this chapter. The following information shall be submitted:

SPS 334.05(4)(a)(a)Form. A plans approval application form shall be included with the plans submitted to the department for examination and approval.

SPS 334.05 NoteNote: The Department forms required in this chapter are available for a nominal fee at telephone 800-DOC-SALE or 411 (Telecommunications Relay) or at docsales@doa.state.wi.us, or at no charge at the Department's Web site at http://dsps.wi.gov through links to Division of Industry Services forms.

SPS 334.05(4)(b)(b)Conditional approval. If the department determines that the plans and the specifications substantially conform to the provisions of this chapter, a conditional written approval shall be granted. All conditions not in compliance with this chapter, which are identified in the conditional approval, shall be corrected before or during construction of the amusement ride. Issuance of a conditional approval by the department does not constitute assumption by the department of any responsibility for the design or construction of the amusement ride.

SPS 334.05(4)(c)(c)Denial of approval. If the department determines that the plans or the specifications do not substantially conform to the provisions of this chapter, the application for conditional approval shall be denied in writing.

SPS 334.05 NoteNote: A letter will be sent to the designer and the owner of record with a statement relating to the examination of the plans and citing the conditions of approval or denial. The plans will be dated and stamped "conditionally approved" or "not approved", whichever applies. The department will retain one copy of the plans for all projects. The remaining plans will be returned to the person designated on the plans approval application.

SPS 334.05(5)(5)Plan review processing time. Pursuant to s. SPS 302.07 (3), the department shall review and make a determination on an application for plan review within 15 business days.

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Evidence of plan approval. The engineer, designer, manufacturer or owner shall keep at the site one set of plans bearing the stamp of conditional approval and a copy of the specifications. The plans shall be open to inspection by an authorized representative of the department. Plan approval by the department shall expire one year after the date indicated on the approved plans if construction has not commenced within that year.

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Revocation of approval. The department may revoke any approval or registration issued under the provisions of this chapter, for any false statements or misrepresentation of facts on which the approval or registration was based.

SPS 334.08(1)(a)(a) An amusement ride for which plans must be submitted for review under s. SPS 334.05 may not be opened to the public until the ride has been inspected by the department or its authorized representative.

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